What Happens If You Don’t Replace Missing Teeth?
Leaving missing teeth untreated can affect chewing, the position of surrounding teeth and the jawbone over time. The impact varies depending on the number and location of missing teeth, the condition of your remaining teeth and your overall oral health. Missing teeth can result from tooth decay, gum disease, injury or extraction. Understanding what can […]
How Long Do Dental Implants Take? A Step-by-Step Dental Implant Treatment Timeline
If you are considering a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, one of the first questions is often: how long does the entire process take? The answer depends on your oral health, bone quality, whether tooth extraction or bone grafting is required, and how your jaw heals. A straightforward dental implant treatment may take […]
How to Stop Receding Gums: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Receding gums occur when gum tissue pulls away from the teeth, exposing more of the tooth root. This can make teeth appear longer and may cause sensitivity around the gum line. If you have noticed changes to your gum line, it is important to identify the underlying cause. At LQ Dental in Novena, Singapore, gum […]